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Before You Plan Your Space, Remember these Things

Are you contemplating a new look for your home? You might be super excited about your next project, but before you get underway it is important to keep a few things in mind before implementing the master plan. Here are considerations to take into account when it comes to space. Focus on function. The first […]

Add a Second Kitchen Island to Perform Double Duty

Kitchen islands have gained popularity in the last twenty-years or so. Homeowners are loving the added appeal they give to their kitchen. Islands have been used not only as a prep space, but as a serving area as well, providing additional space for cooking, preparing, and entertaining. According to Better Homes and Gardens, it’s all […]

The Rich Colors of Matisse

An exhibition regarding Matisse, now at the Met, explores the artist’s love of color and his process. The artist would often make several versions of the same painting and would have a photographer record his progress, Vogue reported. For example, the painting above, named “The Dream”, was created after a long process. The evolution of […]

Inspiration: Christmas Tree in London’s Design Museum

There’s a tree for every occasion. At London’s Design Museum, fashion designer Mary Katrantzou created a fun, modern 2D tree. The crisp, graphic creation has garnered rave reviews from magazines and websites such as The Editor at Large, which stated: “The 2D design is visible on the museum’s outer wall, measuring over 9 feet tall. The tree combines […]

Emerald is Pantone’s Color of 2013

Each year, color specialists and designers eagerly await Pantone’s Color of the Year announcement. Pantone, a leading color marketing institute, has determined through market research that Emerald will sparkle in 2013. I am so excited to see more of this radiant, luminous green. Emerald is a rich color that makes an impact when it stands […]

The Color Forecast for 2013 is Here!

The hottest colors for the new year have been announced and now it’s time to see what great hues will be gracing home interiors everywhere in 2013. We’ll start with the Sherwin-Williams Colormix 2013 forecast that has opposites attracting like never before. Dueling influences seem to have a magnetic affect in the home that will bring your interiors to life. […]

Window Treatments – The Finishing Touch

If you want to add a finish finishing touch to any room, make sure you include money in your decorating budget for window treatments.  It’s the perfect way to add color and interest to any space.  Recently I added window treatments to Paula and Dan Milham’s living room and dining room. The transformation was incredible, […]

The True Meaning of Thanksgiving

As many of us sat around the dinner table just a week ago to celebrate Thanksgiving, we counted the many blessings that we have in our lives. Our family, our friends, the roof over our heads, the food on our plates, our health; the list seemed endless. Then we think about those who are less […]

All That Glitters Gold

Ring in the holiday season this year with one of my favorite colors– gold. After all, what hue defines glamour more than the color gold? Whether it’s on the runway… Or inside the home… Gold’s timeless beauty will always be in vogue. Take a look at some ways you can incorporate this shimmery metallic color […]